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Cisco Duo launches identity service to tackle AI cyber threats

Thu, 29th May 2025
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Cisco Duo unveils Duo IAM, a new identity service enhancing AI-driven security with passwordless login and advanced threat protection for safer access.
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Cybersecurity professionals set to gain new trauma support

Wed, 28th May 2025
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The Chartered Institute of Information Security teams with PTSD Resolution to offer trauma therapy and mental health support to UK cybersecurity professionals from May 2025.
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Sophos partners with Capsule to streamline cyber insurance for SMBs

Fri, 23rd May 2025
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Sophos has teamed up with Capsule to simplify cyber insurance for SMBs, offering discounted premiums linked to Sophos cybersecurity solutions via MSPs.
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Immersive unveils new OT cybersecurity training for industry teams

Fri, 23rd May 2025
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Immersive has launched a new SaaS cybersecurity training suite to help industrial teams tackle rising threats in operational technology environments.
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Organisations boost AI security as data threats & risks evolve

Fri, 23rd May 2025
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Nearly 70% of organisations see rapid AI development, especially generative AI, as their top security concern, urges Thales' 2025 Data Threat Report.
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AI-driven threats prompt IT leaders to rethink hybrid cloud security

Thu, 22nd May 2025
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A new survey reveals 91% of IT leaders are reassessing hybrid cloud risks as AI-driven cyberattacks surge, with global costs hitting USD $3 trillion annually.
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Malicious memes: How cybercriminals use humour to spread malware

Thu, 22nd May 2025
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Cybercriminals exploit viral memes to spread malware and phishing attacks, using humour to bypass defences and target millions online in Australia and beyond.
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Report finds low ECH use but risks from malicious actors grow

Thu, 22nd May 2025
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Corrata's report reveals ECH privacy protocol use is rare among enterprise mobiles but exploited by 17% of risky sites, mainly via Cloudflare network.
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Survey reveals gap between threat intelligence & execution

Thu, 22nd May 2025
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A Cyware survey reveals firms value threat intelligence but struggle with automation and internal collaboration, hindering effective cyber threat response.
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Organisations ramp up AI tool blocks to counter shadow AI risks

Thu, 22nd May 2025
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Organisations are increasingly blocking access to generative AI tools, with DNSFilter halting over 60 million AI queries in March to curb shadow AI risks.
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Outpost24 adds AI summaries to boost digital threat analysis

Wed, 21st May 2025
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Outpost24 launches AI-driven summaries in its Digital Risk Protection modules to simplify threat analysis and boost cyber risk management efficiency.
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Organisations prioritise AI security as GenAI adoption accelerates

Tue, 20th May 2025
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Nearly 70% of organisations see AI, especially generative AI, as their top security risk, says Thales' 2025 Data Threat Report based on over 3,100 experts.
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Proofpoint to acquire Hornetsecurity to boost MSP security reach

Mon, 19th May 2025
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Proofpoint has agreed to acquire Hornetsecurity, boosting its AI-driven Microsoft 365 security services for MSPs and SMBs globally by 2025.
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Arctic Wolf launches Incident360 Retainer for cyber resilience

Fri, 16th May 2025
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Arctic Wolf launches Incident360 Retainer, blending proactive readiness with full incident response, promising up to 70% savings on major cyberattack recovery costs.
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UK unveils £16 million plan to boost retail cyber defences

Fri, 16th May 2025
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The UK Government launches £16 million cybersecurity boost for retailers amid rising attacks, including a high-profile Dior data breach affecting global customers.
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Scattered Spider hackers shift focus from UK to US retailers

Fri, 16th May 2025
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Cybercriminal group Scattered Spider, known for targeting UK retailers, has shifted focus to major US retailers, raising fresh cybersecurity concerns.
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Ekco appoints cloud industry veteran Ben Savage as CEO to drive next phase of growth

Thu, 15th May 2025
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Ekco appoints Ben Savage as CEO to drive growth and enhance customer experience amid rising UK demand for co-managed security services in cloud environments.
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Cybersecurity spend to surpass $200B as risks surge

Thu, 15th May 2025
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Global cybersecurity spending is set to exceed USD $200 billion in 2024 as firms boost defences against rising cyber threats amid digital growth.
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Infosecurity Europe 2025 explores geopolitics & cyber threats

Wed, 14th May 2025
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Rory Stewart and NCSC's Paul Chichester headline Infosecurity Europe 2025, focusing on geopolitics' impact on cybersecurity at London event in June.
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Cyberattacks surge amid India-Pakistan clashes after strikes

Wed, 14th May 2025
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Hacktivist cyberattacks escalate after India's missile strikes on Pakistan, targeting government and critical sectors amid rising geopolitical tensions.